Business IT Security & Compliance Services UK
Comprehensive IT security and compliance services to protect your business from cyber threats whilst meeting regulatory requirements. From Cyber Essentials and ISO 27001 to GDPR compliance and penetration testing, we provide the expertise and support your organisation needs to maintain robust security posture and achieve certification goals.
Our Security & Compliance Services
From certification support to ongoing security management, we provide comprehensive services that protect your business and ensure compliance with industry standards.
Complete support for Cyber Essentials and Cyber Essentials Plus certification. We guide you through the entire process, from gap analysis to certification, ensuring your organisation meets government and industry security requirements.
- Gap analysis & readiness assessment
- Technical controls implementation
- Certification support & documentation
- Annual recertification management
Expert guidance for ISO 27001 certification and ongoing compliance management. We help you establish, implement, and maintain an Information Security Management System (ISMS) that meets international standards.
- ISMS development & implementation
- Risk assessment & treatment plans
- Policy & procedure documentation
- Internal audit & certification support
Comprehensive GDPR compliance services to ensure your organisation processes personal data lawfully and securely. From data protection impact assessments to ongoing compliance management.
- Data protection audits
- Privacy policy development
- Data processing agreements
- Staff training & awareness
Professional penetration testing services to identify vulnerabilities before attackers do. Regular testing helps maintain security posture and meet compliance requirements like Cyber Essentials Plus.
- External & internal testing
- Web application testing
- Detailed vulnerability reports
- Remediation guidance & retesting
Comprehensive security audits to evaluate your current security posture, identify vulnerabilities, and provide actionable recommendations for improvement across infrastructure, applications, and processes.
- Infrastructure security reviews
- Configuration assessments
- Access control reviews
- Priority-ranked recommendations
Ongoing security management and monitoring to protect your business 24/7. From security information and event management (SIEM) to incident response, we provide continuous protection and compliance support.
- 24/7 security monitoring
- Threat detection & response
- Security patch management
- Compliance maintenance
Comprehensive Security & Compliance Support
At Synergi Tech, we understand that IT security and compliance are ongoing commitments, not one-time projects. Our comprehensive approach ensures your organisation remains protected and compliant whilst focusing on your core business objectives.
Understanding Your Security Needs
Every business faces unique security challenges and compliance requirements. Whether you're pursuing Cyber Essentials certification to bid for government contracts, implementing ISO 27001 to demonstrate security commitment to clients, or ensuring GDPR compliance to protect customer data, we start by understanding your specific situation, objectives, and constraints.
Our initial assessment evaluates your current security posture, identifies gaps against your target compliance framework, and develops a practical roadmap that aligns with your business priorities and budget. We recognise that security must enable business operations, not hinder them, so we work collaboratively to implement controls that are both effective and practical for your environment.
Certification & Compliance Achievement
Achieving certifications like Cyber Essentials, Cyber Essentials Plus, and ISO 27001 requires expertise in both technical implementation and audit processes. We've guided numerous organisations through successful certifications, understanding the requirements intimately and knowing exactly what assessors look for during evaluations.
For Cyber Essentials, we ensure your technical controls meet the five key security requirements: firewalls, secure configuration, access control, malware protection, and patch management. For Cyber Essentials Plus, we additionally prepare your organisation for hands-on technical verification. For ISO 27001, we help you establish a comprehensive Information Security Management System (ISMS) with the policies, procedures, and risk management processes required for certification.
Our certification support isn't just about passing audits—it's about implementing security controls that genuinely protect your organisation whilst meeting compliance requirements. We provide ongoing support through the certification process, from initial gap analysis through to successful certification and beyond to annual recertification.
GDPR & Data Protection Compliance
GDPR compliance requires understanding how your organisation processes personal data and ensuring appropriate safeguards are in place. Our GDPR services help you navigate the complex requirements, from data mapping and privacy impact assessments to implementing the technical and organisational measures required to protect personal information.
We help you establish clear data processing agreements, develop privacy policies and notices, implement subject access request procedures, and create breach notification processes. Whether you're a data controller, processor, or both, we ensure you understand your obligations and have the systems and documentation required to demonstrate compliance to the ICO.
Our approach recognises that GDPR compliance is an ongoing responsibility, not a one-time project. We provide the frameworks, documentation, and support you need to maintain compliance as your business evolves, processes change, and new data protection requirements emerge.
Penetration Testing & Vulnerability Management
Regular penetration testing helps identify security vulnerabilities before attackers exploit them. Our testing services use the same techniques and tools as real attackers but in a controlled, safe manner that helps you strengthen your defences. We conduct external testing from internet-facing systems, internal testing from within your network, and web application testing for your online services.
Each penetration test delivers detailed findings with clear risk ratings, evidence of discovered vulnerabilities, and practical remediation guidance. We don't just identify problems—we help you fix them, providing specific recommendations based on security best practices and your particular environment. After you've implemented remediation measures, we conduct retesting to verify the vulnerabilities have been properly addressed.
For organisations pursuing Cyber Essentials Plus certification, penetration testing is a mandatory requirement. Our testing services are specifically designed to meet Cyber Essentials Plus requirements whilst also providing broader security value by identifying vulnerabilities beyond the certification scope.
Security Audits & Risk Management
Understanding your security posture requires comprehensive assessment across technology, processes, and people. Our security audits evaluate your infrastructure configuration, access controls, data protection measures, incident response capabilities, and security awareness programmes to identify vulnerabilities and prioritise remediation efforts.
Risk assessment is fundamental to effective security management. We help you identify information security risks, evaluate their likelihood and potential impact, and develop appropriate risk treatment plans. Whether you're conducting risk assessments for ISO 27001, Cyber Essentials, or general security improvement, we provide the methodology, facilitation, and documentation support you need.
Our audit reports provide clear, actionable recommendations prioritised by risk level and implementation complexity. We focus on practical improvements that genuinely enhance security rather than theoretical perfection, ensuring you can implement recommendations within your budget and resources whilst achieving meaningful security improvements.
Ongoing Security Management
Security threats evolve constantly, requiring continuous vigilance and management. Our managed security services provide ongoing protection through 24/7 monitoring, threat detection, incident response, and security patch management. We implement Security Information and Event Management (SIEM) solutions that collect and analyse security logs from across your infrastructure, identifying potential threats before they become serious incidents.
When security events occur, rapid response is crucial. Our security operations team provides incident response services that quickly identify, contain, and remediate security incidents, minimising impact and ensuring business continuity. We conduct post-incident analysis to understand root causes and implement improvements that prevent recurrence.
Maintaining compliance requires ongoing effort as standards evolve, your business changes, and new threats emerge. Our managed security services include regular compliance reviews, policy updates, security awareness training, and certification maintenance support, ensuring you remain compliant year after year without the overhead of managing these processes internally.
We recognise that many organisations lack dedicated security staff, making it difficult to maintain security and compliance alongside business operations. Our managed services provide the expertise, tools, and ongoing support you need to maintain strong security posture without hiring specialist security personnel.
Why Choose Synergi Tech for Security & Compliance
Our partnership approach combines deep security expertise with practical business understanding, helping you achieve and maintain strong security and compliance without disrupting operations.
We've successfully guided numerous organisations through Cyber Essentials, Cyber Essentials Plus, ISO 27001, and other certifications. Our track record demonstrates our expertise in both technical implementation and certification processes, helping you achieve compliance efficiently.
We focus on practical security controls that genuinely protect your organisation whilst remaining manageable within your resources. Our recommendations balance security effectiveness with implementation practicality, ensuring you can actually implement and maintain the measures we propose.
Security and compliance require ongoing attention. We partner with you for the long term, providing continuous support through certification maintenance, security monitoring, incident response, and compliance management. We're here when you need us, ensuring your security programme remains effective.
From initial security assessments through certification achievement to ongoing managed security services, we provide the full range of security and compliance services your organisation needs. This comprehensive approach means you have a single trusted partner for all your security requirements.
We understand that security exists to enable business operations, not obstruct them. Our approach ensures security controls support your business objectives whilst protecting against threats. We work to understand your business context and implement security measures that work with your operations.
Our UK-based security professionals understand UK compliance requirements, from GDPR and Data Protection Act obligations to industry-specific regulations. We provide locally-relevant expertise and support during UK business hours, ensuring you receive timely assistance when you need it.
Industry-Specific Security Solutions
Different industries face unique security and compliance challenges. Our experience across various sectors enables us to provide industry-specific expertise and solutions.
Healthcare & Medical
Healthcare organisations handle sensitive patient data requiring stringent protection. We help healthcare providers implement appropriate technical and organisational measures to protect patient information whilst meeting NHS Digital requirements and Care Quality Commission (CQC) standards.
- NHS Digital Data Security and Protection Toolkit
- Medical device security integration
- Patient data encryption and access controls
Financial Services
Financial services face stringent regulatory requirements and sophisticated cyber threats. We help financial organisations implement robust security controls whilst meeting FCA requirements and demonstrating compliance with industry standards like PCI DSS where applicable.
- FCA regulatory compliance support
- Transaction security and fraud prevention
- Financial data protection measures
Legal & Professional Services
Legal and professional services firms handle confidential client information requiring strong protection. We help law firms and professional services organisations implement security measures that protect client confidentiality whilst meeting professional body requirements and insurance conditions.
- Client confidentiality protection
- Document security and access controls
- Professional indemnity insurance requirements
Government & Public Sector
Public sector organisations must meet specific security standards to handle Official information and meet government security requirements. We help public sector bodies achieve Cyber Essentials Plus certification and implement appropriate security measures for their classification level.
- Government security classification compliance
- Cyber Essentials Plus for government contracts
- Public sector network (PSN) compliance
Our Security & Compliance Process
From initial assessment through certification to ongoing management, we follow a structured process that ensures comprehensive security and compliance achievement.
1Initial Assessment & Gap Analysis
We start by understanding your current security posture, business objectives, and compliance requirements. Through comprehensive assessment, we identify gaps between your current state and target compliance framework, providing a clear picture of what needs to be achieved and prioritising actions based on risk and business impact.
2Roadmap Development & Planning
Based on the gap analysis, we develop a practical roadmap that outlines the steps required to achieve your security and compliance objectives. This roadmap considers your budget, timelines, and resource availability, breaking the journey into manageable phases that deliver incremental improvements whilst working towards certification goals.
3Implementation & Documentation
We work alongside your team to implement the required security controls, develop necessary policies and procedures, and create the documentation required for certification. Our hands-on approach ensures controls are properly configured, staff understand their responsibilities, and documentation accurately reflects your implemented security measures.
4Testing & Validation
Before certification assessment, we conduct thorough testing to validate that all controls are working effectively and meet certification requirements. This includes internal audits, penetration testing where required, and comprehensive review of all documentation to ensure you're fully prepared for external assessment.
5Certification Support & Assessment
We support you through the certification assessment process, whether that's Cyber Essentials self- assessment, Cyber Essentials Plus technical verification, or ISO 27001 external audit. We prepare your team for assessor questions, provide evidence and documentation, and address any findings that arise during assessment.
6Ongoing Maintenance & Support
After achieving certification, we provide ongoing support to maintain compliance through annual recertification, security monitoring, incident response, and continuous improvement. Our managed security services ensure your security posture remains strong and your compliance is maintained without requiring dedicated internal security resources.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about IT security and compliance services.
What is Cyber Essentials and do I need it?
Cyber Essentials is a UK government-backed certification scheme that demonstrates your organisation has implemented basic cyber security controls. It's mandatory for government contracts involving handling personal information or providing certain ICT products/services. Beyond government requirements, Cyber Essentials demonstrates security commitment to clients, may reduce cyber insurance premiums, and provides a practical framework for implementing fundamental security controls. Many private sector organisations pursue Cyber Essentials voluntarily to demonstrate security diligence and meet supply chain security requirements.
What's the difference between Cyber Essentials and Cyber Essentials Plus?
Cyber Essentials involves a self-assessment questionnaire validated by a certification body, focusing on policies and procedures. Cyber Essentials Plus includes everything in Cyber Essentials but additionally requires hands-on technical verification through penetration testing. External testers attempt to exploit vulnerabilities in your systems to verify controls are properly implemented. Cyber Essentials Plus provides higher assurance and is required for some government contracts, particularly those involving more sensitive information or critical systems. It's also valuable for organisations wanting to demonstrate strong security commitment to security-conscious clients.
How long does it take to achieve Cyber Essentials?
Timeline depends on your current security posture and resource availability. For organisations with reasonable existing security controls, Cyber Essentials can typically be achieved in 4-8 weeks from initial assessment to certification. This includes gap analysis, implementing required controls, completing the self-assessment, and certification body validation. Cyber Essentials Plus adds several weeks for penetration testing and remediation of any findings. If significant security improvements are required before assessment, the timeline extends accordingly. We provide a realistic timeline estimate during initial assessment based on your specific situation.
What is ISO 27001 and why would I pursue it?
ISO 27001 is an international standard for Information Security Management Systems (ISMS). It provides a comprehensive framework for managing information security through risk assessment, control implementation, and continuous improvement. Organisations pursue ISO 27001 to demonstrate security commitment to clients (particularly in finance, healthcare, and public sectors), meet contractual requirements, achieve competitive advantage in security-conscious markets, and establish robust security management processes. ISO 27001 is more comprehensive than Cyber Essentials, requiring formal ISMS implementation, extensive documentation, and regular audits, but provides internationally recognised certification valued particularly for organisations handling sensitive data or operating globally.
What GDPR compliance obligations do we have as a UK business?
UK GDPR (incorporating the Data Protection Act 2018) requires organisations processing personal data to implement appropriate technical and organisational measures to protect that data. Key obligations include: having a lawful basis for processing; implementing security measures appropriate to the risks; maintaining records of processing activities; appointing a Data Protection Officer in certain circumstances; conducting Data Protection Impact Assessments for high-risk processing; implementing procedures for subject access requests; and reporting data breaches to the ICO within 72 hours where required. Obligations vary based on your role (controller vs processor) and the volume/sensitivity of data you process. We help you understand your specific obligations and implement appropriate measures.
How often should we conduct penetration testing?
Best practice recommends annual penetration testing for most organisations, with more frequent testing (quarterly or semi-annually) for high-risk environments like financial services or organisations handling particularly sensitive data. Additionally, penetration testing should be conducted after significant infrastructure changes, new application deployments, or security incidents. Cyber Essentials Plus requires penetration testing for initial certification and annual recertification. Many cyber insurance policies also mandate regular penetration testing. The appropriate frequency depends on your risk profile, compliance requirements, rate of change in your environment, and industry expectations. We help you determine the right testing schedule for your situation.
What's included in your managed security services?
Our managed security services provide comprehensive ongoing security management including: 24/7 security monitoring and alerting; log collection and analysis through SIEM; threat detection and incident response; security patch management for operating systems and applications; firewall and security device management; regular security reviews and reporting; compliance monitoring and maintenance; security awareness training; and ongoing support for security queries and incidents. Services are tailored to your requirements—you might need comprehensive 24/7 monitoring or periodic security reviews and patch management. We design managed security packages that provide the coverage you need within your budget, scaling services as your organisation grows.
Do you provide security awareness training for our staff?
Yes, security awareness training is a crucial component of effective security programmes. We provide both initial security awareness training and ongoing refresher training covering topics like phishing recognition, password security, data protection, mobile device security, and incident reporting. Training can be delivered in-person, remotely, or through e-learning platforms depending on your preference and workforce distribution. We also conduct simulated phishing exercises to test and improve staff awareness in realistic scenarios. Security awareness training is often required for certifications like Cyber Essentials, ISO 27001, and GDPR compliance, and we ensure training meets these requirements whilst being engaging and relevant to your staff's daily work.
Can you help with cyber insurance requirements?
Yes, cyber insurance policies increasingly require organisations to demonstrate specific security controls and practices. Common requirements include multi-factor authentication, regular backups, endpoint protection, patch management, and security awareness training. Some policies require Cyber Essentials certification or regular penetration testing. We help you understand your cyber insurance requirements, implement the necessary controls, and provide documentation demonstrating compliance with policy conditions. Our security services can help you qualify for cyber insurance or potentially reduce premiums by demonstrating strong security posture. We work with you and your insurance broker to ensure you meet policy requirements and maintain coverage.
What happens if we have a security incident or data breach?
Our incident response services help you quickly identify, contain, and remediate security incidents whilst meeting regulatory reporting obligations. When an incident occurs, we help you assess the scope and impact, contain the incident to prevent further damage, preserve evidence for investigation, remediate vulnerabilities that enabled the incident, and restore normal operations. For data breaches, we help determine whether ICO notification is required (within 72 hours for breaches likely to result in risk to individuals) and assist with breach notification processes. Post-incident, we conduct root cause analysis and implement improvements to prevent recurrence. For managed security service clients, we provide 24/7 incident response capabilities ensuring rapid response when incidents occur.
Ready to Strengthen Your Security & Achieve Compliance?
Contact Synergi Tech today for a free security consultation. Discover how our IT security and compliance services can protect your business from cyber threats whilst meeting regulatory requirements and client expectations. Whether you're pursuing Cyber Essentials, ISO 27001, GDPR compliance, or comprehensive security improvement, we're here to partner with you for long-term success.